Do work with your doctors. Chemo put my body badly out of balance and I had a series of different problems that needed to be addressed. They have each resolved and it does get better. Don't imagine that you just have to put up with it.

I second the idea of letting your oncologist know - perhaps yours has some suggestions. If you need more information, though, I would head in the direction of an integrative oncologist or licensed naturopathic physician. The issues you describe are unlikely to be fixed by additional medication. It's not unlikely that you're deficient in certain nutrients: this is a known effect of all cancer therapies. So it's critical that you find out the nutritional regimen that's right for you, and whether you need temporary nutritional supplementation to replenish what your body needs to clear these symptoms and return to full wellness. The professionals I mentioned will be able to help with this. Don't hesitate to contact me privately if you'd like a referral to a reliable professional in your area.

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